Security Services for BFI Events and Festivals

British Film InstitutecontractFind a TenderRef ocds-h6vhtk-067317Procurement Act 2023Light-touch servicesclosed for bids
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Estimated value

£500k

services

Awarded value

Suppliers

0

Lots

1

0 awarded

Published

24 Mar 2026

Deadline 17 Apr 2026

Description

The British Film Institute is tendering to engage a provider of a full-service solution for BFI Events and Festivals security provision and planning for cultural and corporate events at BFI Venues and London cultural and hospitality venues throughout the year. This will include: • concurrent red carpet event security project management • film talent close protection security • outdoor and in-venue crowd control • VIP reception access security This competitive procurement process is under the Light Touch Regime Procedure in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 (PA 2023), as best practice in order to award a contract.

Scope

Reference
2026/467
Total value
£500,000 excluding VAT
£600,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates
02 Aug 2026 to 02 Aug 2028
Possible extension to 01 Aug 2029

1 year extension

Main category
services
CPV classifications
75241000
79710000
Contract locations
London, United Kingdom

Submission & procedure

Enquiry deadline
10 Apr 2026, 11:00 am
Submission deadline
17 Apr 2026, 11:00 am
Submission address
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bfi/aspx/Home
Electronic submission
Yes
Procedure
Below threshold - open competition